On Christmas Day, director Zack Snyder shared a striking image of Henry Cavill dressed in the iconic Superman suit originally worn by Christopher Reeve. The photo captures Cavill standing in a field with the sun breaking through the clouds, evoking nostalgia for the classic superhero portrayal. Snyder noted on Instagram that this image played a crucial role in convincing Warner Bros. to cast Cavill as Superman, stating, “Everyone agreed: Henry Cavill was Superman. That’s where the journey began.”
Snyder has previously recounted the moment he first saw Cavill in the suit, recalling the immediate admiration from those present, who exclaimed, “Dang, you’re Superman!” during a 2016 interview. He emphasized Cavill's composure and confidence, which set him apart from other actors auditioning for the role.
This year has offered fans a deeper insight into the casting process for Superman, with highlights including Cavill's audition for the James Bond role in 2006 and a recent screen test by David Corenswet for a new iteration of the character in James Gunn's DC cinematic universe.